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santa cruz de mompox


states: [colombia]

category: cultural

year: 1995

location: Bolívar Department

region: Latin America and the Caribbean

latitude/longitude: 9.2333333330, -74.4333333300

Santa Cruz De Mompox

Founded in 1540 on the banks of the River Magdalena, Mompox played a key role in the Spanish colonization of northern South America. From the 16th to the 19th century the city developed parallel to the river, with the main street acting as a dyke. The historic centre has preserved the harmony and unity of the urban landscape. Most of the buildings are still used for their original purposes, providing an exceptional picture of what a Spanish colonial city was like.

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